Poet Laureate Tracy K. Smith coming to Trenton for library event
Musical dynamic duo Simon and Garfunkel said it’s all happening “At The Zoo” but on Academy Street in this capital city, the Trenton Free Public Library delivers a daily slate of worthwhile occurrences.
Library employees boast the Trenton Free Public Library as a “happening place” with a full slate of activities.
The city’s lone library holds on, waiting for an education revolution that underscores reading as a fundamental building block to learning, hoping for an education epiphany, one that establishes the ultimate importance of brain power.
Trenton Free Public Library presents a national treasure Thursday, Jan. 18 with the appearance of U.S.
Poet Laureate, Tracy K. Smith as part of the library’s popular Poetry Cafe Open Mic Night from 5-7 p.m.
Read your poetry, rap, short narratives, and any other artistic expressions. Library Manager Patricia hall noted that the evening gears toward youth, but adults are welcome to present and attend.
African American Cultural Collaborative of Mercer County hosts this event as the Trenton Free Public Library continues outreach efforts to build memberships and guest numbers.
Trenton Free Public Library ended 2017 with a Winter Wishes party for children and families. Guests were able to enjoy hot refreshments and cookies in the Community Room decorated for holiday celebration.
Plans for the special evening began in November when “One Simple Wish”, a Trenton-based national non-profit that uses technology to spread “love, hope and joy to kids by connecting them with people who care”, collaborated with TFPL staff.
Library members worked with Danielle Gletow, founder and executive director of “One Simple Wish” and Program Manager Nicole Sumner, to prepare and coordinate this project.
In November, 2017, children visited the library to make their winter wish for a special toy or item. One Simple Wish then posted their dream gifts on its website and donors granted wishes for almost 40 youth.